Australian Double Cream from Japan
Luxury double cream from Australia with 42-48% milkfat but entered at exactly 45% max, unconcentrated. HTS 0401.50.02.00 applies under General Note 15 Australian provisions for high-fat fresh cream products. Ideal for desserts and sauces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Lab certification must show ≤45% fat; even slight excess requires reclassification
• Australian dairy export certificate required for quota validation
• Avoid bulk packaging over 20L; retail packs preferred for this subheading